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信心 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
信心xìnxīnconfidenceHSK 4, n, rank #2315, Medium
信心xìnxīnfaith (in sb or sth)HSK 4, n, rank #2315, Medium
信心xìnxīn>个[gè]HSK 4, n, rank #2315, Medium
xìnxīn(xin4xin1) T4
  1. 1confidence
  2. 2faith (in sb or sth)
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March 24, 2026
信心xìnxīn(xin4xin1)

信心 (xìnxīn) refers to the feeling of confidence or faith in oneself or in someone or something else. It is commonly used in contexts involving personal beliefs, trust in abilities, or assurance in outcomes, such as in business or personal relationships.

Frequency#2315DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, having 信心 is often emphasized in educational and professional settings, where confidence is seen as a key to success. This notion reflects the traditional value placed on perseverance and self-belief.

Memory Tip

Imagine a person holding a letter (信) that brings them great news, symbolizing their confidence (心). The letter gives them the assurance they need to face challenges, combining the character's components to reinforce the idea of faith and trust.

Meanings of 信心

xìnxīn(xin4xin1)
1confidence
2faith (in sb or sth)
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About 信心

信心Simplified
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#2315Frequency Rank
个Measure Word
HSK 2.0L4HSK 3.0L4ElementaryTOCFLL2HSKKL1CEFRA1

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AI Study Notes for 信心

Quick Contrast

自信 (zìxìn) refers specifically to self-confidence, while 信心 (xìnxīn) can indicate confidence in others or external situations.

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a person holding a letter (信) that brings them great news, symbolizing their confidence (心). The letter gives them the assurance they need to face challenges, combining the character's components to reinforce the idea of faith and trust.

Usage Notes

Be careful not to confuse 信心 with other similar terms like 自信 (zìxìn), which specifically means self-confidence. This term is generally used in both formal and informal contexts, and you might often hear it in motivational speeches or discussions about personal growth.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK Level 4 word, 信心 connects with other vocabulary around personal experiences and emotions. Focus on its usage in phrases and sentences to build your understanding of context, especially in discussions about goals and aspirations.

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, having 信心 is often emphasized in educational and professional settings, where confidence is seen as a key to success. This notion reflects the traditional value placed on perseverance and self-belief.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 信心 with the verb 信赖 (xìnlài), which means to trust. For example, saying '我有信赖' (I have trust) instead of '我有信心' (I have confidence) is incorrect and should be corrected.

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Component Characters

信xìnletter
HSK 39 strokes亻
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心xīnheart
HSK 44 strokes心
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Grammar Patterns of 信心

信心 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 3 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.

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我们应该不断地引导他，好让他对自己有____。

We should constantly guide him so that he has confidence in himself.

Example Sentences for 信心 (10)

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赢得如此重大的比赛确实使我信心倍增。

yíng dé rú cǐ zhòng dà de bǐ sài què shí shǐ wǒ xìn xīn bèi zēng。

It did give me a boost to win such a big event.
2
利率有望早日下调，从而增强了人们的信心。

lì shuài yǒu wàng zǎo rì xià tiáo， ， cóng ér zēng qiáng le rén mén de xìn。

Hopes of an early cut in interest rates bolstered confidence.
3
最近暴力行为激增，这已经打击了公众的信心。

zuì jìn bào lì háng wéi jī zēng， ， zhè yǐ jīng dǎ jī le gōng zhòng de xìn。

The recent spurt in violence has demoralised the public.
4
提交了17,000多张图片，这让我们信心大增。

tí jiāo le17,000 17,000 duō zhāng tú， piàn ， zhè ràng wǒ mén xìn xīn。

We were very encouraged, after over 17,000 pictures were submitted.
5
他呼吁自己的同胞不要丧失信心。

tā hū xū zì jǐ de tóng bāo bù yào sāng shī xìn xīn。

He appealed to his countrymen not to lose heart.
6
如果重新比赛，我们有信心取得胜利。

rú guǒ zhòng xīn bǐ sài， ， wǒ mén yǒu xìn xīn qǔ dé shèng。

If there has to be a replay we are confident of victory.
7
外科医生有信心保住萨拉左眼的视力。

wài kē yī shēng yǒu xìn xīn bǎo zhù sà lā zuǒ yǎn de shì lì。

Surgeons were hopeful of saving the sight in Sara's left eye.
8
赞扬是一种很好的信心增强剂。

zàn yáng shì yī zhǒng hěn hǎo de xìn xīn zēng qiáng jì。

Praise is a great confidence booster.
9
取得好的结果会给人以信心。

qǔ dé hǎo de jié guǒ huì gěi rén yǐ xìn xīn。

Getting good results gives you confidence.
10
我对你有信心—我知道你会干好的。

wǒ duì nǐ yǒu xìn xīn— — wǒ zhī dào nǐ huì gān hǎo。

I have great faith in you—I know you'll do well.

Cultural Notes for 信心

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, having 信心 is often emphasized in educational and professional settings, where confidence is seen as a key to success. This notion reflects the traditional value placed on perseverance and self-belief.

Frequently Asked Questions about 信心

信心 generally refers to confidence in others or situations, while 自信 specifically means self-confidence.